Senior Assistant County Attorney

Minimum Qualifications

Alachua County seeks a Senior Assistant County Attorney to join its well established, collaborative in house legal team. This position is ideal for an attorney who values teamwork, public service, and the opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor within a dynamic local government environment.

Preference will be given to candidates that meet one of the following: (a) at least five years of experience in public procurement and related transactional matters; or (b) at least five years of experience in real estate matters, including acquisitions, sales, leases, transfers, or real property disputes. Experience in both areas is a plus.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills, a disciplined work ethic, and the ability to convey legal guidance clearly and effectively to clients at all organizational levels. The successful candidate will work cooperatively with County staff, contribute to consensus building, support timely, practical solutions to operational needs, and be able to manage assigned matters independently with sound professional judgment.

While subject matter expertise is expected in assigned areas, the Senior Assistant County Attorney may be asked to handle matters outside their primary practice areas. The role includes litigation responsibilities and regular appearances before public boards, including in televised settings. A flexible, hybrid work schedule may be available based on client needs and office operations.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Florida and be in good standing with The Florida Bar.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree, and